DICTIONARY
Railing - To dream that you are holding on to a railing suggests that you are desperately holding out for a chance to obtain the object of you affection. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are in need of some support and assistance. Don't be afraid to ask for help.
Railroad - To see a railroad in your dream indicates that you have laid out a set track toward achieving your goals. Your progress will be slow but steady. You are well disciplined and secure in your life. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you may be too linear and rigid in your thinking. Perhaps a situation or relationship in your waking life has become monotonous. Sometimes you need to go off track and explore other possibilities. To see an obstruction on the railroad refers to the obstacles standing in your way toward your goals. It may also mean that you have lost track of your goals. To dream that you are walking alongside the railroad tracks signifies completion of your tasks. To dream that you are crossing railroad tracks indicates that you are going against the path that others have laid out for you. You are doing your own thing and not what others want or expect of you. Alternatively, the dream symbolizes a transitional phase. Consider the phrase of coming/being from "the wrong side of the tracks." Perhaps it signifies the progress you have made. Do not forget about your humble beginnings.
Railroad Crossing - To see a railroad crossing gate in your dream symbolizes temporary setbacks toward achieving your goals, especially if the gate is going down. If the gate is up, then it means that you have overcome certain obstacles in your life. You are not letting something or someone get in your way of your goals.
Rain - To see and hear rain falling symbolizes forgiveness and grace. Falling rain is also a metaphor for tears, crying and sadness. Alternatively, rain symbolizes fertility and renewal. If you get wet from the rain, then it indicates cleaning from your troubles and problems. In particular, dreaming of acid rain indicates that you have been mislead. You are letting hatred and revenge take over and define you. To dream that you are watching the rain from a window indicates that spiritual ideas and insights are being brought to your awareness. It may also symbolize fortune and love. To hear rain tapping on the roof denotes spiritual ideas coming to fruition in your mind.
Rainbow - To see a rainbow in your dream represents hope, success and good fortune in the form of money, prestige, or fame. The rainbow is also seen as a bridge between your earthly, grounded self and the higher, spiritual self. It refers to joy and happiness in your relationship. Alternatively, the rainbow implies that your troubles are almost over. Good will come out of your issues. Just hang in there. In the western culture, the rainbow is a symbol for gay pride. To see an all white rainbow in your dream signifies heightened spirituality and purity. To see a rainbow at night or a lunar rainbow in your dream is symbolic of a spiritual or emotional connection within your personal relationship or religious beliefs. To dream that something is rainbow colored implies that you need to see things in a more positive light. You need to be more optimistic. Also consider the significance of the object. To dream that you have rainbow colored hair refers to your light-hearted and carefree nature. You are headed in a positive spiritual direction.
Raincoat - To dream that you are wearing a raincoat suggests that you are shielding yourself from your emotions. You are not able to face the nastiness. Alternatively, wearing a raincoat in your dream refers to your pessimistic outlook and unpleasantness.
Rainforest - To dream that you are in a rainforest suggests that you feel your emotions are being undermined and "cut down". Alternatively, the dream represents your waking concerns about the environment. It may also be a metaphor of the impact that you have on your surroundings.
Raisins - To dream that you are eating raisins represent some negative force that is working against you. The dream may also be a metaphor for something or someone who is old and shriveled.
Rake - To dream that you are using a rake indicates that some task or project will never be accomplished unless you do it yourself. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you need to have better planning and organization in your life. You need to figure out the direction you want to take in life and then carry out that plan. To see someone raking in your dream denotes that you are effectively taking advantage of some situation.
Ram - To see a ram in your dream signifies aggression, energy, and impulsiveness. You may be pursuing a decision that should be approached with more tact and consideration. A ram also symbolizes strong and powerful friends who will use their influence and authority to your advantage. To dream that a ram is pursuing you indicates some misfortune or unlucky threat. Perhaps, you feel that something is being "rammed" down your throat or that you feel that you are being rammed by a situation or decision.